Beijing has run out of patience with companies slashing prices, and is urging restraint. But fierce competition is also producing a surge of innovation.
Author: KEITH BRADSHER
China’s Economy Slows Broadly Even as Exports Keep Rising
Officials blamed U.S. “protectionism” for the dismal July data, but growth was likely held back by real estate and new policies aimed at slowing factory investments.
China and E.U. Reach Narrow Agreements on Climate and Rare Earths
Leaders at a summit in Beijing split over Ukraine and many trade issues. They came together with small steps on climate change and critical minerals.
China Exit Ban on Wells Fargo Executive Stokes Foreign Business Anxiety
A Wells Fargo banker and a U.S. government employee were blocked from leaving, and a Japanese pharmaceutical executive was imprisoned, even as Beijing tries to court overseas investors.
China Puts New Restrictions on E.V. Battery Manufacturing Technology
Beijing will now require government licenses for any effort to transfer abroad the technologies crucial for producing inexpensive electric cars.
Aiming at the Dollar, China Makes a Pitch for Its Currency
The leader of China’s central bank made a clear though indirect critique of the dollar’s role as the world’s main currency.
What to Know About China’s Halt of Rare Earth Exports
Since early April, China has stopped almost all shipments of critical minerals that are needed for cars, robots, wind turbines, jet fighters and other technologies.
Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs
The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.
China Hits Canada With Tariffs in Indirect Riposte to Trump
Beijing, which set steep duties on canola, peas and pork, wants Canada and Mexico to resist U.S. pressure to raise tariffs on Chinese goods.
U.S. and Chinese Officials Discuss Future Talks Between Biden and Xi
In discussions in Beijing, the two sides made clear that many differences remain over Taiwan, technology export controls and trade disputes.